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RO51 OGL

2001 BMW 530

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

54,321 mi
Last recorded54,321 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2020
Typical for 2001 BMW 530113,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO51 OGL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2020 54,321 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 89,788 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 83,652 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 76,943 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2017 76,943 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Sep 2016

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 1 Sep 2016

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Aug 2015 65,442 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Aug 2014 58,780 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 58,391 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 56,407 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 50,209 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 43,111 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 38,631 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 36,045 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 36,045 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 31,732 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 28,234 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 530?

Based on 801,983 MOT tests across 56,322 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,757
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
56,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 30,757
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,664
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 11,558
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,764
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,374
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RO51 OGL is a 2001 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 113,240 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 530 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 30,757 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RO51 OGL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 530 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this BMW 530 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RO51 OGL?

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What year was RO51 OGL registered?

RO51 OGL is a 2001 BMW 530, first registered on 6 September 2001.

Is RO51 OGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO51 OGL shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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